Manama: Ali bin Saleh Al Saleh, Chairman of the Shura Council, expressed pride in the initiatives and approach of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa in promoting and instilling a culture of peace, coexistence, and tolerance among all, as foundations for achieving security, safety, and stability among the peoples and countries of the world.
According to Bahrain News Agency, marking the International Day of Peace, observed annually on September 21, the Chairman affirmed that the vision of His Majesty the King, together with his continued support for international efforts and partnerships aimed at establishing the foundations of global security, peace, and stability, reflects Bahrain's recognized role in deepening dialogue, rapprochement, and openness among peoples and countries.
He noted that these efforts also underscore the importance of building on common ground among countries and peoples to achieve comprehensive and sustainable peace that can advance development and progress.
Al Saleh commended Bahrain's influential role under the leadership of His Majesty the King and its continued efforts to instil a culture of peaceful coexistence, tolerance, and peace among all. He commended the efforts of the government, led by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and its commitment to developing and implementing programmes and initiatives supporting the values of peace and harmony.
He also expressed appreciation for the follow-up and support of HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister for all efforts that strengthen Bahrain's standing and affirm its longstanding role as a meeting place for cultures and civilisations and a land of peace and coexistence.